Developed by miHoYo (HoYoverse) · Released September 28, 2020
Rating: 4.7 / 5
Genshin Impact is nothing short of a revolution in mobile gaming. HoYoverse has delivered a console-quality open-world RPG that runs beautifully on mobile devices. The world of Teyvat is breathtaking, with each region offering unique landscapes, cultures, and challenges to discover.
The elemental combat system is the game's crown jewel. Combining different elements through character switching creates spectacular and strategic combat encounters. The roster of playable characters continues to grow, each with unique abilities and playstyles.
The gacha system for obtaining new characters is the game's most controversial aspect, but the generous exploration rewards and regular free primogem events help mitigate this. Performance on newer devices is excellent. Canadian players will appreciate the North American servers providing low latency gameplay.
Final Score: 4.7/5
An open-world action RPG with stunning visuals, deep exploration, and an elemental combat system that sets new standards for mobile gaming.